Gender-based violence remains one of the most significant challenges facing Papua New Guinea (PNG). It is estimated that, without taking action, almost eight million PNG women will be impacted by gender-based violence by 2046. Currently, … Read more
Last week marked a deeply special and momentous occasion for Femili PNG and FemiliPNG Australia. We were absolutely thrilled to welcome three Femili PNG staff members to Melbourne – not only to celebrate a massive … Read more
In international development, every project begins with a plan. When the plan is in action, a project team track the day-to-day progress. Although, success isn’t just about following the plan; it is about staying accountable to the communities that … Read more
There are many reasons why FemiliPNG Australia visit the Femili PNG team in Port Moresby, Lae and/or Goroka. These include: What do we do when we visit Femili PNG? A few FemiliPNG Australia staff members … Read more
The mission of FemiliPNG Australia is to be an effective, efficient, and ethical organisation supporting local solutions to family and sexual violence (FSV) in Papua New Guinea (PNG). FemiliPNG Australia recognises that local people, local … Read more
As a partner of Femili PNG, we would like to share some highlights of the Goroka Outpost from the 2024-25 financial year.
Vicarious trauma Working in a helping profession with traumatised people can involve additional impacts from the emotional strain involved. Professionals are indirectly exposed to other people’s traumatic experiences on a daily basis. The impacts are … Read more
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Your Foundation for Freedom Everyone is born with equal rights and fundamental freedoms. But what exactly does that mean, and where are these rights outlined? The Universal Declaration of … Read more
International Women’s Day (March 8, 2025) is a powerful moment to unite with voices worldwide, declaring: “Women’s rights are human rights!” We celebrate the rich diversity of women, honouring their varied experiences across faith, race, … Read more
On the 28th of November, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs; the Hon Pat Conroy MP, Minister for International Development and the Pacific; and the Hon Amanda Rishworth MP, Minister for Social … Read more